Tate Reeves in 2022 Governor's State of the State speeches
On Abortion:
America's abortion laws closer to Chinese communists
That most core human right: the right to life. The right of these children not to be killed before having the chance to be heard. Mississippians are leading the charge to defend those children. Mississippi and the
Supreme Court's landmark case is on a path to preserving millions of lives for generations to come. There is no excuse for America's abortion laws to be closer to the Chinese communists than the rest of the western world.
Source: 2022 State of the State Address to MIssissippi legislature
Jan 25, 2022
On Crime:
Educational opportunities for prisoners is a wise investment
Some of you may be asking yourself, why should we be offering these types of opportunities to those who have been convicted of a crime? Why should we allocate funds towards educational opportunities for those who are incarcerated?
The answer is actually pretty straightforward--because it's a wise investment. In 2020, the general recidivism rate in Mississippi was 37.4%. The recidivism rate for those who have completed re-entry and vocational training is less than half that.
Source: 2022 State of the State Address to MIssissippi legislature
Jan 25, 2022
On Crime:
Target violent felons for prosecution and conviction
Capturing violent criminals does nothing if our justice system puts them right back on the streets. I am eager to work with the legislature to develop resources for targeted prosecution and conviction of violent felons here.
Catch and release has caused nothing but record crime and chaos. We need to find those who are leading the efforts to flood our capital with illegal drugs and guns--and put them behind bars where they belong.
Source: 2022 State of the State Address to MIssissippi legislature
Jan 25, 2022
On Education:
Basic right of parents to determine their child's education
We know that there are many who enjoy criticizing Mississippi. They trash our way of life, they trash our institutions, and they frequently deride our education. And at times in our past, they might have been at least a little bit right about our
educational system. But Mississippi's schools have made a major turnaround. It is the product of dedication of our teachers, a result of the intelligence of our people, and conservative, common-sense reforms enacted by many of us here today.
Mississippi schools and teachers answer to parents. It is shocking to me, that in some corners of this country, the basic right of parents to determine their child's education is ignored. We must strive to be better than that. We recognize that no
classroom can replace a parent's care. Your voice should not just be heard, it should be sought. It should reign. All public servants answer to the people. In education, we answer to the parents and as long as I'm governor, we always will.
Source: 2022 State of the State Address to MIssissippi legislature
Jan 25, 2022
On Education:
Critical race theory is a looming threat in too many schools
Across the country, there is a looming threat in too many schools. It is propaganda that seeks to divide us. It's what's called critical race theory. It doesn't really matter what you call it. And I'm not interested in semantics. I'm interested in the
integrity of our civic education. In too many schools in other states, they teach the lie that America is inherently racist. They teach students that by virtue of the color of your skin you are inherently a victim or oppressor.
They teach this for a purpose.it is designed to allow a small group of idealogues to pose as saviors--false heroes. It is arrogance and ambition, masquerading as education.
When you are a victim by birth, only their generosity can save you. When you are an oppressor by birth, only your silent cooperation with their radical worldview can sanctify you.
Source: 2022 State of the State Address to MIssissippi legislature
Jan 25, 2022
On Principles & Values:
I love data; I swim in it; it's what I do for fun
You all know how fond I am of data. I love it. I swim in it. It's what I do for fun--and yes, I realize how uncool that makes me. In fact, just ask my teenage daughters if you have any doubt about how uncool I am. But this is not merely data on a page.
These numbers are real people. These are real lives that have been transformed--and family trajectories that have been forever altered.
Source: 2022 State of the State Address to MIssissippi legislature
Jan 25, 2022
On Principles & Values:
Sin is inherent in the human condition
There is no country on this earth without sin in its past. That is because there is no person on this earth without sin. Sin is inherent in the human condition.
Injustice is still too present today. We must teach that truth. We must learn from our history.
Source: 2022 State of the State Address to MIssissippi legislature
Jan 25, 2022
On Principles & Values:
America's founding set world to greater prosperity & freedom
We can proudly teach that America is the first nation in history to be born of ideals--not just blood and soil. With the radical founding of America, we set the world on a course towards greater prosperity and freedom. Racism is not unique to America.
Injustice is not unique to America. It is endemic in humanity because humanity is sinful. But the American notion that God grants rights that no one can take away--that notion is still transforming the entire planet.
Source: 2022 State of the State Address to MIssissippi legislature
Jan 25, 2022
On Principles & Values:
In Mississippi we realize that your life is a gift from God
Here in Mississippi, we realize that your life is a gift from God, and it is sacred. That comes straight from His word, which reads in Deuteronomy: "I call heaven and earth to witness against you today, that I have set before you life and death,
blessing and curse. Therefore choose life, that you and your offspring may live, loving the Lord your God, obeying his voice and holding fast to him, for he is your life and length of days."
Source: 2022 State of the State Address to MIssissippi legislature
Jan 25, 2022
On Tax Reform:
Attract business by elimination of the state's income tax
We need to consider how to attract companies and economic projects that transform communities--create generational wealth and lift families out of poverty. It takes a bold vision that lasts forever. The heart of that vision is the elimination of the
state's income tax. By eliminating the income tax, we can put ourselves in a position to stand out. We can win those projects. We can throw out the welcome mat for the dreamers and the visionaries. It can lead to more wealth for all Mississippians.
Source: 2022 State of the State Address to MIssissippi legislature
Jan 25, 2022
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